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Jazz Ensemble Dr. Monty Cole, conductor The Next Step Friday, Nov. 8 at 7:30 p.m. Banks Daniels, saxophone Featuring jazz adventurer and alumnus Banks Daniels, this is an evening of modern jazz including West Point by Michael Conrad and African Skies by Michael Brecker. 1959! A Pivotal Year in Modern Jazz Tuesday, Feb. 25 at 7:30 p.m. We delve into masterworks by Miles Davis, Kenny Dorham, Cannonball Adderley, Lester Young and Dave Brubeck. South of the Border Friday, Apr. 11 at 7:30 p.m. Join us for an evening of classic Latin jazz. Jazz Combo Dr. Monty Cole, conductor Chasin' the Trane Monday, Mar. 24 at 7:30 p.m. The combo tackles the music of John Coltrane and other luminaries of classic jazz. Agua de Beber (Water to Drink) Friday, Nov. 25 at 7:30 p.m. An evening of Latin jazz. Percussion Ensemble Dr. Marcus Reddick, conductor Percussion Ensembles Thursday, Nov. 21 at 7:30 p.m. Joshua Smith, percussion* Friday, Mar. 14 at 7:30 p.m. Come and hear traditional and non-traditional music performed by the Percussion Ensemble and BEAR Steel! *Guest Joshua Smith on Nov. 21 only Flute Choir Kelly Via, conductor Festive Flutes Thursday, Dec. 5 at 7:30 p.m. The nationally acclaimed Mercer Flute Choir performs exciting new compositions along with many holiday favorites. Flute Fantasy Thursday, Apr. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Celebrate the joy and beauty of spring with a lively repertoire performed by the Mercer Flute Choir. Harp Ensemble Calista Anne Koch, conductor At the Ballet Friday, Nov. 22 at 7:30 p.m. Themes evoking the imagery of some of the world's most beloved ballets will be awakened by the Harp Ensemble performing an evening of notable staged favorites by Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, and more. It's sure to be en pointe! Animated Friday, Apr. 4 at 7:30 p.m. From the world of make-believe, the Mercer Harp Ensemble will delve into some animated favorites ranging from video game to movie themes that include harp in the scores. University Ensembles Mercer University Townsend School of Music | music.mercer.edu Student Composition Recital Tuesday, Apr. 15 7:30 p.m. The Mercer University composition studio will present several new and exciting works to the public. Enjoy a variety of sonic adventures for vocal, instrumental, and electronic media. Admission is free.